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An eponym is a common noun, verb, or adjective that takes its name from a real historical person, fictional character, or mythological figure.
Eponyms represent one of the most colourful chapters in linguistic history. Derived from Greek eponymos (epi "upon" + onyma "name"), they immortalize inventors, generals, aristocrats, and victims of historical circumstances. When Earl of Sandwich requested slices of roast beef between bread so he could gamble at cards without greasy fingers, the "sandwich" entered the global lexicon. When Irish tenant farmers ostracized landlord agent Captain Charles Boycott in 1880, "boycott" became an international verb.
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Verified English words exemplifying eponyms (words named after people) with Scrabble scores
Linguistic definitions, etymological origins, and tournament usage
An eponym is a word, invention, or concept named directly after a real, historical, or mythical person. For example, "sandwich" is named after the 4th Earl of Sandwich.